IMPORTANT SCHOOL CLOSURE UPDATE FROM SUPERINTENDENT RAULERSON (March 30, 2020):

The Commissioner of Education, Richard Corcoran, has mandated additional days for school closure through Friday, May 1, 2020, as a result of concerns relative to the COVID-19 virus. I will continue to update you as I get additional information.

Sherrie Raulerson
Superintendent of Schools

An Important Message from Superintendent Sherrie Raulerson (March 30, 2020): 

I hope you all are staying safe and well. We have been working hard to prepare all staff to begin delivering virtual instruction for our students. Please read the district communication below and be sure to visit your child’s school website for directions regarding this week’s distribution of materials.

Chromebook Distribution Plan

Chromebook Checkout Form

As a reminder, we will continue the school meals program during school closure. I will continue to update you as I get additional information. I appreciate you all and your flexibility during this very difficult and unprecedented time in our nation's history. I am continuing to pray for each of you and your families. Looking forward to seeing you all again soon.

God bless you, 
Sherrie 

Insurance Committee Meeting:

The previously scheduled second insurance committee meeting for 2020 on Thursday, March 26th from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. at the Title I Office was postponed due to concerns relative to COVID-19.
 
The meeting has now been rescheduled for Thursday, April 9, 2020, from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. via Zoom.us. The Meeting ID number is 343-709-8661 and the password is 033020.

Canceled: Leaving a Legacy Event: April 7, 2020

The Leaving a Legacy Scholarship Dinner that is scheduled for Tuesday, April 7^th will be postponed due to the Covid-19 Virus. We apologize for this inconvenience, but as you know, large events are being canceled throughout our country for the safety and welfare of all. We will reschedule this event for a later date. The new date will be publicized once it has been determined. If you have any questions, please call Shirley Crawford at 259-0428.

Florida Department of Health Influenza Parent Letter

Contract Negotiations:

May 13, 2020: BCEA 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
May 13, 2020: BCESP 6:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. 

June 29, 2020: BCEA 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
June 29, 2020: BCESP 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. 

Baker County Pre-K & Kindergarten Registration Begins March 2nd!
Click here for additional registration information. 

I Am Worth It Video

Baker County High School Signing Day February 5, 2020:

Congratulations to our scholar athletes! 

Pictured left to right: Alex Bowen, Jaelynn Moore, Cheyenne Kinghorn,
Elizabeth McGovern, Mikayla Mulkey 

2020-2021 Controlled Open Enrollment:

Beginning with the 2017-2018 school year, each school district’s controlled open enrollment process allows a parent from any school district in the state to apply to enroll his or her child and transport his or her child to any public school that has not reached capacity. 

Please see the links below for the Baker County School District Controlled Open Enrollment Plan and COE Application. Window for submitting a COE application: January 27, 2020 - March 13, 2020

Public School Parental Choice Plan
Controlled Open Enrollment Window Closure Notice

Parent may apply for the following Baker County schools:
Baker County Pre-K / Kindergarten Center (Pre-K - Kindergarten)
Macclenny Elementary School (First - Third Grade)
Westside Elementary School (First - Third Grade)
Keller Intermediate School (Fourth - Fifth Grade)
Baker County Middle School (Sixth - Eighth Grade)
Baker County High School (Ninth - Twelfth Grade)

Family Empowerment Scholarship Notification:

Pursuant to section 1002.394(6), Florida Statutes, all households within our district receiving free or reduced priced meals may be eligible to participate in the Family Empowerment Scholarship Program. Please visit the Florida Department of Education webpage at www.fldoe.org/FES for more information.

Please contact Susan Voorhees, by phone, 904-259-6776, or by email susan.voorhees@bakerk12.org to obtain information about the scholarship.

ExxonMobil Educational Alliance Program:

The Baker County School District would like to say a very special "THANK YOU" to R.H. Davis Oil Company and the ExxonMobil Educational Alliance Program for the donation of $5,500 to our schools for the 2019-2020 school year!! Through our amazing 19 year partnership nearly $100,000 has been donated to the Baker County School District. We greatly appreciate their support and generosity in providing funding to enhance educational opportunities in the areas of science and math!

FortifyFL Suspicious Activity Reporting App:

FortifyFL is a suspicious activity reporting tool that allows you to instantly relay information to appropriate law enforcement agencies and school officials. For more information, you may visit the FortifyFL website by clicking on the following link.  https://getfortifyfl.com/

Lock Your Meds Campaign:

The Lock Your Meds® campaign, created by the National Family Partnership, is a universal prevention campaign intended to save lives by preventing prescription drug abuse, which is the fastest growing substance abuse problem in America. Did you know that 67% of abused medications come from family and friends, not a stranger/drug dealer or the internet? Lock Your Meds® encourages people to secure and take regular inventory of their medication so it doesn't fall into the wrong hands. Many adults may be unintentional suppliers and awareness is the key to ending this preventable epidemic. Click HERE for campaign resources

The Baker County School District Mission and Vision Statements:

• The Baker County School District is committed to meeting the needs of all students in a safe, nurturing, and encouraging environment. The Baker County School District involves parents, students, teachers, and community members in the process of determining goals that meet student needs. 
• The vision of the Baker County School District is to prepare individuals to be lifelong learners, self-sufficient, and responsible citizens of good character.

Baker County School District Directory of Services